Clear, patient-first explanations
Patients regularly mention how clearly their options and treatment plan were explained, which puts them at ease before and after surgery.
Seeing new patients · Kent & London
Expert hip & knee surgery, so you can move freely again.
Mr Rajesh Bawale is a renowned and highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in London, specialising in hip and knee surgery — with expertise in treating arthritis, joint degeneration, sports injuries and complex hip disorders, in both the NHS and private sectors.
- 4.99/5 from 274 verified reviews
- FRCS (Tr & Orth) · FEBOT
- Face-to-face, video & phone
4.99 / 5Doctify · 274 reviews
Robotic-assisted surgeryThe London Independent Hospital
Same-day joint replacementFor suitable patients
Recognised by insurers
BupaAXA HealthAviva HealthVitalityWPAAllianzHealix
2002
MBBSUniversity of Mumbai
2009
MRCSRoyal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
2017
FEBOT (Tr & Orth)European Board of Orthopaedics & Traumatology
2018
FRCS (Tr & Orth)Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons
About Mr Bawale
A surgeon, educator and champion of faster recovery.
He specialises in hip and knee replacement surgery, joint preservation, joint reconstruction and revision surgery for failed or painful hip replacements, with practices in both the NHS and private sectors.
Trained in India and the UK, with a subspecialty fellowship in complex hip and knee reconstruction at Sunnybrook, Toronto, he is a Consultant Lower Limb Arthroplasty Surgeon at Medway Maritime Hospital, where he is Trauma Lead and Lead Hip Revision Surgeon and leads the same-day hip and knee replacement programme. He is also a Visiting Honorary Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University, trains the next generation of surgeons, and records his patients’ outcomes on the National Joint Registry.
Read his full story20+Years in medicine
274Verified patient reviews
6Clinics & hospitals
6Languages spoken
Why patients choose Mr Bawale
Specialist skill, personal care.
A sub-specialist focus on the hip and knee means your care is built around one thing — getting you moving comfortably again.
Joint preservation expertise
Joint preservation surgery and injections are part of the toolkit for early hip and knee arthritis, alongside full joint replacement.
Complex & revision surgery
Lead Hip Revision Surgeon at Medway Maritime Hospital, and a trusted second opinion for painful or failed hip replacements.
A modern, faster recovery
Minimally invasive hip replacement and a same-day pathway for suitable patients, supported by a dedicated home-recovery team.
Speaks your language
Consultations in English, Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, Punjabi and Gujarati (conversational).
Flexible, convenient access
Face-to-face, video or telephone consultations, with clinics across Kent and London.
Treatments
Everything for the hip and knee.
From a first assessment and injections to complex revision surgery — all under one specialist.
Hip replacement
Minimally invasive primary hip replacement for arthritis, avascular necrosis and hip dysplasia.
Learn moreKnee replacement
Total, partial and revision knee replacement to relieve pain and restore movement.
Learn moreHip revision & second opinions
Expert assessment of painful or failed hip replacements, including complex revision surgery.
Learn moreSame-day joint replacement
Home the same evening, with nursing and therapy support, for carefully selected patients.
Learn moreKnee arthroscopy & meniscal repair
Keyhole surgery for meniscal tears and other knee injuries.
Learn moreArthrosamid® & injections
Specialist Arthrosamid® knee injections, plus hip and knee injections and joint preservation for early arthritis.
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Advanced options
Robotic-assisted surgery, planned around you.
Mr Bawale performs robotic-assisted surgery at The London Independent Hospital, using technology that helps plan and position your implant with precision.
- A surgical plan, tailored to your anatomy, is reviewed and confirmed on screen before the surgeon proceeds
- On-screen measurements help balance and position the implant precisely
- Available at The London Independent Hospital, part of Circle Health Group
Non-surgical option
Specialist in Arthrosamid® injections
Arthrosamid® is a single injection of a soft, long-lasting hydrogel into the knee joint, used to ease the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Mr Bawale is a specialist in this treatment and achieves good outcomes for suitable patients — suitability is assessed at consultation.
Ask about Arthrosamid®Same-day surgery
Surgery in the morning. Home for the evening.
Mr Bawale leads Medway’s same-day hip and knee replacement programme. Carefully selected patients return home the day of their operation, supported by the hospital’s SMART team with nursing, therapy and remote monitoring.
“Patient selection is key to success”Mr Rajesh Bawale · Medway NHS Foundation Trust, August 2025
24same-day hip & knee replacements in the programme’s first period (reported Aug 2025)
1stbilateral same-day hip replacement at Medway — both hips, six months apart
Same eveningpatients go home the day of surgery, with the SMART team supporting recovery at home
Your journey
From first call to getting back to life.
A typical pathway — every plan is personalised to you.
Get in touch
Call or send an enquiry. Mr Bawale’s medical secretary arranges your appointment and any insurer authorisation.
Consultation
Meet face-to-face, by video or by phone. Your history, symptoms and scans are reviewed.
Your plan
Your options — from injections to surgery — are explained clearly so you can decide with confidence.
Surgery
Minimally invasive techniques where appropriate, with same-day discharge for suitable patients.
Recovery
Guided rehabilitation and follow-up, with your outcomes recorded on the National Joint Registry.
Where Mr Bawale consults
Six locations across Kent and London.
Private · Kent
KIMS Hospital
Weavering, Maidstone ME14 5FT
Private · KentSevenoaks Medical Centre
London Road, Sevenoaks TN13 2JD
NHS · KentMedway Maritime Hospital
Windmill Road, Gillingham ME7 5NY
Private · LondonNuffield Health Highgate
View Road, Highgate N6 4DJ
Private · LondonLycaHealth Canary Wharf
Westferry Circus, E14
Private · LondonThe London Independent Hospital
Stepney Green E1 4NL · Robotic-assisted surgery
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Addresses, phone numbers & directions
Good to know
Frequently asked questions.
Who does Mr Bawale treat?
Adults aged 18 and over with hip and knee problems — including arthritis, injuries, hip dysplasia, avascular necrosis, meniscal tears, and painful or failed joint replacements.
Can I have a video or telephone consultation?
Yes. Mr Bawale offers face-to-face, video and telephone consultations, so you can choose what suits you.
Which health insurers are accepted?
Mr Bawale is recognised by leading insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva Health, Vitality, WPA, Allianz and Healix. Cover depends on your policy and the hospital, so please check with your insurer when booking — the medical secretary is happy to help.
Does Mr Bawale perform robotic-assisted surgery?
Yes — Mr Bawale performs robotic-assisted surgery at The London Independent Hospital. Read more.
What is Arthrosamid®?
Arthrosamid® is a single injection of a soft, long-lasting hydrogel into the knee joint, used to ease the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Mr Bawale is a specialist in this treatment and achieves good outcomes for suitable patients. Suitability is assessed at consultation.
What is same-day joint replacement — and am I suitable?
For carefully selected patients, hip or knee replacement can be done as a day case, with the patient home the same evening and supported by a community recovery team. Not everyone is suitable — your health, home situation and needs are assessed individually. Read more.
Can I get a second opinion on a painful hip replacement?
Yes. As Lead Hip Revision Surgeon at Medway Maritime Hospital, Mr Bawale regularly gives expert opinions on painful or failed primary hip replacements.
Which languages does Mr Bawale speak?
English, Hindi, Urdu, Marathi and Punjabi, plus conversational Gujarati.
Take the first step
Ready to talk about your hip or knee?
Get in touch with Mr Bawale’s medical secretary, Mrs Dawn Campbell, to arrange a consultation — face-to-face, by video or by phone.